Red Alder Tree
Alnus rubra (Red Alder)
Red Alder
Alnus rubra, commonly known as the Red Alder, is a medium sized tree that grows with a conical habit before broadening out. It carries finely cut, dark green leaves which develop yellow tones in the autumn before falling as it reaches 25 m tall and 10 m wide. Alnus rubra makes for an attractive landscape specimen and is also commonly used for screening, shelter, and planting alongside waterways.
- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Trees - Height:
25.00 m - Spread:
10.00 m - Flowering time:
Spring - Tolerances:
Coastal, Hardy, Wet - Garden uses:
Parks, Ponds, Specimen - Garden styles:
Alpine, Coastal, Riparian
